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What is the worlds smallest ocean in the world?
Either Arctic or Southern Ocean, depending on the season since temperature can affect the extent of ice in those oceans.
What has been the trend in summer ice in the Arctic since 2007?
The trend in Arctic summer ice has been to set records for low ice extents.The NSIDC (National Snow and Ice Date Center) publishes monthly "Arctic Sea Ice News and Analysis". Some quotes from their website reveal the facts:A press release in October 2009 began:"At the end of the Arctic summer, more ice cover remained this year than during the previous record-setting low years of 2007 and 2008. However, sea ice has not recovered to previous levels. September sea ice extent was the third lowest since the start of satellite records in 1979, and the past five years have seen the five lowest ice extents in the satellite record."26 August, 2008Arctic sea ice dips below second-lowest recordIn late August, sea ice extent fell below the 2005 minimum, the second-lowest extent recorded since the dawn of the satellite era.8 September, 2009Winds cause sea ice to spread in AugustAtmospheric circulation patterns in August helped spread out sea ice, slowing ice loss in most regions of the Arctic. NSIDC scientists expect to see the minimum ice extent for the year in the next few weeks. While this year's minimum ice extent will probably not reach the record low of 2007, it remains well below normal: average ice extent for August 2009 was the third-lowest in the satellite record. Ice extent has now fallen below the 2005 minimum, previously the third-lowest extent in the satellite record.7 September, 2010End of summer approaches for Arctic sea iceArctic sea ice generally reaches its annual minimum extent in mid-September. This August, ice extent was the second lowest in the satellite record, after 2007. On September 3, ice extent dropped below the seasonal minimum for 2009 to become the third lowest in the satellite record
How was Arctic sea ice in 2011?
The extent of Arctic sea ice was the second lowest on record, and its volume was the lowest on record.This was announced by the World Meteorological Organisation in January, 2012.
Where is most of earth's ice is found?
Most of earth's ice is piled up on Antarctica (the south pole). To a much lesser extent there is ice over the arctic and Greenland.
How has the arctic sea ice extent changed over time?
Over the last 100 years it has generally shrunk.
Which body of water were europeans most likely to explore last and why?
Europeans were most likely to explore the Pacific Ocean last due to its vast size and the challenges posed by its multiple island chains, varied climates, and unpredictable weather patterns. Additionally, the lack of established trade routes and the distance from European ports made exploration of the Pacific Ocean more challenging compared to other bodies of water.
What is an arctic ice caps?
It is an ice cap (ice berg) found in the arctic.
Which ice is the thickest the ice in Antarctica or the arctic?
At the South Pole, the elevation in excess of 9,000 feet is the thickness of the ice, plus, since the ice is so heavy, it pushes the continent under the pole to below sea level. The sea ice over the Arctic -- the site of the North Pole -- floats on sea water and is not as thick as the ice that covers the Antarctic continent.
Are diamonds mined in the arctic?
NOTHING is mined in the arctic. The arctic is only ice.
Is the Arctic melting?
YES the Arctic has seen ice loss.
How many miles was this winter's maximum Arctic sea ice extent?
As of March 18 2010, Arctic Sea ice appears to be peaking just under 15 million km2, which is finally within 2 standard deviations of the mean after following the 2006-2007 record low for much of the winter (see related link).
Is it the Arctic or the Antarctic region that is solid ice?
The arctic is is mostly ice. Antarctica is a continent that is included in the antarctic region.
